MERPOL SH

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H302, H315, H318, H401, H412

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Hazards GHS classification in accordance with the

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H401 Toxic to aquatic life. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equip- ment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ atten- tion. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alco- hol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste dis- posal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.